Easter services, events on Islands

Plans are complete for the 43rd annual Easter sunrise service hosted by the Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club at Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach.

Easter Sunday is April 8 and the traditional sunrise service will begin at 6:45 a.m. with a prelude. The service will feature hymns, music and readings by representatives from churches participating in the All Island Denominations.

The sunrise service draws a large crowd, therefore organizers urge attendees to ride the free Island trolley.

There will also be a sunrise Easter service on Longboat Key, beginning at 7 a.m. hosted by the Longboat Island Chapel at Bayfront Park, 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

Following is a schedule of additional Easter Sunday services at the churches, including telephone numbers where further information may be obtained: